Bush & Dwarf Varieties

Dwarf Pea 'Piccolo Provenzale' – 50 Seeds (Pisum sativum)

The Dwarf Pea 'Piccolo Provenzale' is a compact, early-maturing variety producing sweet, tender peas with a delicate flavor. Its short, bushy plants are perfect for small gardens, raised beds, or container growing, making it an excellent choice for urban gardeners or those with limited space.

This variety delivers consistently high yields of small, flavorful pods ideal for fresh eating, steaming, or adding to salads and stir-fries. Its dwarf habit means no staking is required, simplifying care while providing abundant harvests.

How to Grow

• Sow outdoors: March – May

• Sowing depth: 2–3 cm

• Spacing: 5 cm between seeds, 20–25 cm between rows

• Position: Full sun

• Soil: Fertile, well-drained soil

• Care: Keep soil moist; mulch helps retain moisture and suppress weeds

Key Features

• Dwarf, compact plants – no staking required

• Early-maturing with tender, sweet peas

• High-yielding variety suitable for small spaces

• Perfect for fresh eating, steaming, or salads

• Ideal for containers, raised beds, or traditional gardens

Harvest

• Harvesting period: 8–10 weeks after sowing

• Pick pods regularly to encourage continuous production.

Short Tip

Plant successive sowings every 2–3 weeks for a steady supply of sweet, tender peas throughout the season.

Dwarf Bean 'Capitano' Seeds (Phaseolus vulgaris)

Enjoy abundant harvests of tender, golden-yellow beans with Dwarf Bean 'Capitano'. This reliable, compact variety produces straight, stringless pods with a delicate, buttery flavor. Ideal for steaming, stir-fries, or eating fresh from the garden, ‘Capitano’ is a favorite among home growers for its productivity, disease resistance, and excellent taste. Its dwarf habit makes it perfect for smaller gardens or containers.

How to Grow

• Sow directly outdoors from May to July after the risk of frost.

• Choose a sunny, sheltered position with well-drained soil.

• Sow 3–5 cm deep in rows 45 cm apart, spacing seeds 10 cm apart.

• Water well and keep soil moist during flowering and pod development.

• Harvest regularly to prolong cropping.

Key Features

• Compact dwarf variety, no staking required

• High yields of golden-yellow stringless beans

• Sweet, buttery flavor and tender texture

• Disease-resistant and reliable cropper

• Perfect for containers and smaller gardens

Ideal For

• Home gardeners with limited space

• Kitchen gardens and allotments

• Fresh cooking, steaming, and freezing

• Consistent and tasty summer harvests

Sowing

• Best time: May to July

• Depth: 3–5 cm

• Spacing: 10 cm between seeds, 45 cm between rows

• Position: Full sun, sheltered spot

• Harvest: July to September

Quick Tip

• For the best flavor, pick beans while young and tender before seeds swell inside the pod.

Fine Leaved Chives Seeds (Allium schoenoprasum)

Add fresh, mild onion flavor to your dishes with Fine Leaved Chives, a classic herb with slender, dark green leaves and delicate edible flowers. Ideal for salads, soups, sauces, and garnishes, this perennial herb is easy to grow and provides harvests year after year. Its compact growth habit makes it perfect for garden beds, borders, and containers.

How to Grow

• Sow indoors 6–8 weeks before the last frost or directly outdoors in spring.

• Prefers fertile, well-drained soil in full sun or light shade.

• Sow seeds 0.5 cm deep in rows 20–25 cm apart.

• Thin seedlings to 15 cm apart.

• Harvest leaves regularly to encourage bushy growth.

Key Features

• Perennial herb with fine, slender leaves

• Mild, fresh onion flavor for culinary use

• Compact and easy to grow in beds or containers

• Long-lasting harvest year after year

• Attractive edible purple flowers

Ideal For

• Fresh salads, soups, sauces, and garnishes

• Container and herb gardens

• Gardeners seeking perennial, low-maintenance herbs

• Adding flavor and ornamental interest to beds

Sowing

• Best time: Early spring indoors or direct sow outdoors

• Depth: 0.5 cm

• Row spacing: 20–25 cm

• Plant spacing: Thin to 15 cm apart

• Harvest: From 8–10 weeks after sowing

Quick Tip

• Trim leaves regularly to promote fresh, tender growth and prevent flowering if desired.

Dwarf Heliotrope ‘Marine’ – Fragrant Violet Beauty

Compact and richly fragrant, Dwarf Heliotrope ‘Marine’ produces clusters of deep violet blooms with a sweet, vanilla-like scent. A charming choice for borders, pots, and cottage gardens.

What Makes It Special

• Intense fragrance with vanilla notes

• Compact, bushy plants perfect for small spaces

• Vibrant violet-purple flower clusters

• Long-lasting blooms all summer

Key Features

• Half-hardy annual

• Height: 30–40 cm

• Prefers full sun or partial shade

• Thrives in rich, well-drained soil

• Attracts pollinators like bees and butterflies

Ideal For

• Containers, pots, and patio planters

• Garden borders and cottage gardens

• Cutting and fragrant displays

• Pollinator-friendly planting

Sowing

• Sow indoors 8–10 weeks before last frost

• Press seeds lightly into soil, do not cover heavily

• Germination: 14–21 days at 20–22°C

• Transplant outdoors after frost, spacing 25–30 cm apart

• Water regularly but avoid waterlogging

Dwarf Parsley 'Moss Curled 2' Seeds (Petroselinum crispum)

Enhance your garden and kitchen with Dwarf Parsley 'Moss Curled 2', a compact, slow-growing variety producing dense, bright green, finely curled leaves. Ideal for both ornamental and culinary use, its vibrant foliage adds texture to salads, garnishes, and cooked dishes. Perfect for containers, herb beds, and borders, it’s a versatile herb for every gardener.

How to Grow

• Sow indoors in early spring or directly outdoors after frost.

• Use fertile, well-drained soil in sun or partial shade.

• Sow seeds 0.5 cm deep in rows 20–25 cm apart.

• Thin seedlings to 15–20 cm apart for strong growth.

• Harvest leaves regularly to encourage bushiness.

Key Features

• Dwarf, slow-growing parsley with finely curled, bright green leaves

• Dual-purpose: culinary use and ornamental appeal

• Compact size suitable for containers and small gardens

• Long cutting period for continuous harvest

• Easy to grow for beginners and experienced gardeners

Ideal For

• Fresh salads, garnishes, and cooked dishes

• Container gardens, herb beds, and borders

• Gardeners seeking compact, productive herbs

• Year-round kitchen harvest

Sowing

• Best time: Spring or early summer

• Depth: 0.5 cm

• Row spacing: 20–25 cm

• Plant spacing: Thin to 15–20 cm apart

• Position: Sun or partial shade, fertile soil

Quick Tip

• Pinch outer leaves regularly to encourage bushier growth and longer harvests.

Dwarf Minette Greek Basil – 500 Seeds (Ocimum basilicum)

Dwarf Minette Greek Basil is a compact, aromatic basil variety prized for its small, flavorful leaves and strong fragrance. Ideal for Mediterranean cooking, pesto, salads, and garnishes, this basil brings a fresh, aromatic touch to every dish.

Its dwarf habit makes it perfect for garden beds, containers, or windowsills. Easy to grow and fast-maturing, Dwarf Minette Greek Basil provides a steady harvest throughout the growing season.

How to Grow

• Sow indoors: February – April

• Sow outdoors: After last frost, spacing 20–25 cm apart

• Position: Full sun

• Soil: Fertile, well-drained soil enriched with compost

• Care: Water moderately; pinch back tips to encourage bushy growth

Key Features

• Compact dwarf variety with small, flavorful leaves

• Strong aromatic flavor ideal for Mediterranean dishes, pesto, salads, and garnishes

• Fast-growing and easy to maintain

• Suitable for garden beds, containers, or windowsills

• Continuous harvest when trimmed regularly

Harvest

• Harvesting period: 60–75 days after sowing

• Pick leaves regularly to promote new growth and maintain flavor.

Short Tip

Pinch back the growing tips regularly to encourage bushy plants and maximize leaf production.

Dwarf Dill 'Forrest' – Seeds

(Anethum graveolens) – Compact, Aromatic Herb

Dwarf Dill 'Forrest' is a compact, slow-bolting variety ideal for small gardens, pots, and window boxes. Its fragrant, feathery leaves are perfect for seasoning salads, soups, pickles, and fish dishes. This variety produces consistent, tender foliage and is easy to grow even in limited space.

Key Features

• Type: Annual herb

• Height: Dwarf, 25–35 cm

• Flavor: Classic aromatic dill, mild and fresh

• Harvest: Leaf harvest from 40–50 days after sowing

• Use: Culinary seasoning, pickling, fresh salads

Ideal For

• Small gardens, balconies, and containers

• Culinary use in salads, soups, and sauces

• Companion planting in vegetable beds

• Homegrown, fresh herb supply

Sowing & Growing

• Sow outdoors: March–June, thin seedlings to 10–15 cm apart.

• Sow indoors: February–April, transplant seedlings carefully.

• Soil: Light, well-drained, moderately fertile.

• Sunlight: Full sun preferred.

• Harvest: Cut leaves as needed; avoid cutting entire plants for continuous growth.

Care Tips

• Keep soil evenly moist for tender leaves.

• Regular harvesting encourages bushier growth.

• Protect young plants from strong wind or heavy rain.

Dwarf Dill ‘Compatto’ – 1000 Seeds (Anethum graveolens)

Description:
Enhance your kitchen garden with Dwarf Dill ‘Compatto’ (Anethum graveolens), a compact, bushy herb perfect for small spaces. Producing feathery green foliage with a strong, aromatic flavor, it’s ideal for seasoning soups, salads, pickles, and fish dishes. This easy-to-grow, fast-maturing variety is suitable for containers, borders, and herb gardens, attracting beneficial insects while providing fresh, flavorful leaves throughout the growing season.

Key Features

• Compact, bushy growth habit ideal for small gardens

• Aromatic feathery foliage for culinary use

• Fast-growing and easy to cultivate

• Attracts beneficial insects

• Suitable for containers and herb beds

Ideal For

• Kitchen and container gardens

• Herb borders and mixed plantings

• Culinary use: salads, soups, pickles, and fish

• Pollinator-friendly herb gardens

Sowing & Growing

• Sow Indoors: February–April

• Sow Outdoors: March–May

• Germination: 7–14 days at 15–20°C

• Height: 25–30 cm

• Spacing: 20–25 cm apart

• Light: Full sun

• Soil: Well-drained, fertile

Care Tips

• Water moderately and keep soil evenly moist

• Harvest leaves regularly to encourage bushy growth

• Mulch lightly to retain moisture

• Can self-seed for future crops

Dwarf Bean 'Merveille de Piemonte' – Seeds

(Phaseolus vulgaris) – Classic French Bush Bean

The 'Merveille de Piemonte' dwarf bean is a traditional French variety valued for its tender, stringless pods with a delicate flavor. Compact and easy to grow, this bush-type bean does not require staking and produces generously over a long harvest period. Perfect for home gardens, allotments, or pots.

Key Features

• Type: Dwarf bush bean (annual legume)

• Height: 40–50 cm

• Pods: Straight, green, stringless, 12–15 cm long

• Harvest: 55–65 days from sowing

• Special: High-yielding, tender and flavorful

Ideal For

• Fresh harvesting and steaming

• Freezing or preserving

• Compact gardens and raised beds

• Classic French kitchen gardens

Sowing & Growing

• Sow outdoors: May–July, when soil is warm (min. 15°C)

• Spacing: 40 cm between rows, 5–7 cm between seeds

• Soil: Fertile, well-drained, moderately moist

• Sunlight: Full sun

• Watering: Regular, especially during flowering and pod formation

Care Tips

• Avoid sowing in cold, wet soil – beans thrive in warmth.

• Succession sow every 2 weeks for extended harvest.

• Mulching helps conserve soil moisture.